A council spokesperson said: “Although there is no indication that any of the affected cheeses have been supplied directly to shops or restaurants in the Horsham district, a number of businesses and wholesalers who did, have been identified in neighbouring areas, and therefore local retailers and caterers may have received contaminated stock.

“Products from this manufacturer must not be used or displayed for sale, and the council’s environmental health team should be contacted in such cases.

“Members of public who may have purchased these cheeses are being told not to consume them and again contact the council’s environmental health team, or if you believe you may have eaten some and now feel unwell, you should speak to your GP for advice.”

Further information regarding this incident can be obtained by calling 01403 215 453 or via publichealth.licensing@horsham.gov.uk.